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Description

In this webinar we will discusses the clinical signs and pathophysiology of one of the most common causes for the death of fish – ammonia toxicity and to a lesser extent nitrite toxicity. Understanding the nitrogen cycle is essential for any type of fish keeping.

Objectives

Objectives

1.We will look at biofilters and the steps in the conversion of ammonia to nitrite and then to nitrate, as well as the toxicity of the various stages in the cycle.
2. That biofiltration is one of the most critical components of any closed system.
3.What is a biofilter and how to establish and successfully maintain one will be discussed, along with conditions that may affect or destroy biofilters.
4.An examination of the process of denitrification will complete the webinar.

Dr Rob Jones is possibly better known as “The Aquarium Vet” through the series of webinars he presents annually to a global audience. He works full time in aquatic veterinary medicine as the veterinarian to the Melbourne Aquarium and through his work with wholesaler quarantine facilities. He has interests in the welfare of aquatic species and was involved in the Australian AquaVet Plan and carrying out import risk analyses.

Current Accreditations

This course has been certified by or provided by the following Certified Organization/s: